Pet Tips

The toxic principles of chocolate are the stimulants theobromine and caffeine. The amount of chocolate that it takes to poison your pet depends on the type of chocolate he’s eaten and his weight. White chocolate has the least amount of

House fires are a potentially lethal event for animals. They often cannot escape, and fire fighters may not know pets are present. Pets that are rescued often suffer from severe smoke inhalation or serious skin burns. Emergency veterinary care is

Not ALL pet owners get these things wrong, but we have both found that we need to explain the facts to pet owners quite often. Here are the top 9 misconceptions we encounter. SHOTS – In some cases the puppy

Today I’d like to tell you about these emergencies in the hopes that it will help keep your dog safe. There are some that you can’t do anything about but many that you can prevent. Vomiting – Sometimes vomiting occurs

If you have a pet, you know how frustrating pet hair can be. My cats leave hair everywhere. I vacuum, dust and clean the house only to see new tumbleweeds of hair rolling across the floor. I go out to

How much should you feed an overweight or obese dogs? Here are some general rules: Chubby dogs: If your dog is a bit overweight, try increasing the daily exercise routine. Gradually increase exercise over 2 weeks unless limited by a

Sometimes common symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea are overlooked because pet owners think it’s nothing to worry about. Much of the time this is true… but sometimes it isn’t. What should you do if your dog vomits and, more importantly,

Brush or comb your dog regularly. Check your dog’s skin every so often for any kind of irritation, redness or unusual growths. Don’t forget to check for external parasites like fleas and ticks.

Did you know that nearly 40% of pet owners are worried that their pets are unhealthy? Do you share this concern? And should you be worried? Sometimes caring for a pet can be a real challenge – especially when it

By: Dr. Debra Primovic If you are getting a dog, most veterinarians recommend that you get your dog from a breeder. Choosing a breeder can be difficult. To help you get the best possible pet from the best possible breeder,